Gum Disease

What is it and how can it be avoided?

Q: What causes gum disease? How do I know if I have it?

A: Gum disease is caused by a build up of plaque, and can be avoided if you brush and floss your teeth twice a day. There are various symptoms of gum disease, including swelling, redness, soreness and bleeding during brushing, but there are only two main forms of it. These are known as gingivitis and periodontal disease.

Q: What is the difference between gingivitis and periodontal disease?

A: Gingivitis is an inflammation of the gums, causing the symptoms described above. Over time, gingivitis can turn into periodontal disease, which affects the tissues supporting the teeth. This can eventually lead to the deterioration of the bone that teeth are anchored to in the jaw, causing teeth to become loose or even fall out completely. Periodontal disease causes more tooth loss than tooth decay, and so you should ensure you maintain your regular visits to your dentist and a daily routine of brushing and flossing to prevent the build up of plaque.

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If you have any further questions regarding your oral health, please give Anne Davidson & Associates Dental Practice a call on 0191 487 6716, pop into our Lowfell Dental Practice, located at 566a Durham Road or use the website contact form.

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“The staff are very friendly, especially with my 1 year old. They make me feel at ease, I hate dentists due to numerous allergies and one of which has been triggered at a dentist but from signing up with Anne Davidson, I have felt easy and love coming along!”

AlexandraParent of Child who’s been a patient since 2016

“Very friendly professional staff. My teeth are now being looked after properly. I highly recommend them.”

JanePatient Since 2016

“I Hate going to the dentist but with the lovely staff at Anne’s dentist it helps you forget what you are there for.”

SharonPatient Since 1993

“The staff are fantastic with my 3 children; they really put them at ease.”

LauraMother of 3 children who’ve been patients since 2015

“The level of quality care and professional treatment we have received at the practice, as a family over the years has been excellent”

HelenPatient Since 1988

“Words of praise are a useful recommendation, but sometimes actions speak louder than words. This said I’ve been bringing my teeth to Anne for over 30 years and I think this speaks for itself”

GillPatient Since 1985

“I always feel welcome; the staff are so friendly and always smiling. I’ve been going for a long time and I think they are great. I haven’t needed much work but the work that has been done is good quality.”

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